What does the cryptic crossword clue "Invented wonderful new act? Dire! (10)" mean?

The definition is "Invented". The wordplay uses an anagram. anagram of FAB (synonym="wonderful") + ACT (synonym="ACT") + DIRE (synonym="DIRE") = FABRICATED; definition: "Invented" The answer is FABRICATED.

Invented wonderful new act? Dire! (10)

Times Cryptic #28605 | 17 Across | 2023-05-17 flower

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