What does the cryptic crossword clue "Lied about Conservative promises being tasteful (9)" mean?

The wordplay uses an anagram. anagram of LIED (synonym="LIED") + IOUS (synonym="promises") + C (synonym="Conservative") = DELICIOUS The answer is DELICIOUS.

Lied about Conservative promises being tasteful (9)

Guardian Cryptic #29258 | 10 Across | 2023-12-20 flower

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