What does the cryptic crossword clue "More ill with developing sore (5)" mean?

The definition is "More ill". The wordplay uses anagram, charade. anagram of SORE ("sore") [anagram: "developing"] + W (abbreviation of "with") = WORSE; definition: "More ill" The answer is WORSE.

More ill with developing sore (5)

Times Cryptic #28600 | 24 Down | 2023-05-11 flower

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