What does the cryptic crossword clue "Playwright (female) at rock bottom after upset (8)" mean?

The definition is "Playwright". The wordplay uses a reversal. SHE (synonym="”female”") + NADIR (reversal="”rock bottom” reversed/”after upset”") = SHERIDAN; definition: "Playwright" The answer is SHERIDAN.

Playwright (female) at rock bottom after upset (8)

Guardian Cryptic #29008 | 17 Down | 2023-03-03 flower

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