What does the cryptic crossword clue "Increased the standing of idiot in university education (7)" mean?

The definition is "Increased the standing of". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). U (synonym of "university") + PRAT (synonym of "idiot") + ED (synonym of "education"); definition: "Increased the standing of" The answer is UPRATED.

Increased the standing of idiot in university education (7)

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