What does the cryptic crossword clue "Felt bereft as you are possessed by mad demon (7)" mean?

The definition is "Felt bereft". The wordplay uses an anagram. anagram of UR (synonym="you are") + DEMON (synonym="DEMON") = MOURNED; definition: "Felt bereft" The answer is MOURNED.

Felt bereft as you are possessed by mad demon (7)

Times Cryptic #28967 | 15 Across | 2024-07-12 flower

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