What does the cryptic crossword clue "Female invariably creating state of excitement (5)" mean?

The definition is "state of excitement". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). F (abbreviation="Female") + EVER (synonym="invariably") = FEVER; definition: "state of excitement" The answer is FEVER.

Female invariably creating state of excitement (5)

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