Question 1

What does the cryptic crossword clue "Recast arch-villainous dramatis personae (10)" mean?

Accepted Answer

The definition is "personae". The wordplay uses an anagram. anagram of RECAST ARCH = CHARACTERS; definition: "personae" The answer is CHARACTERS.

Question 2

What is the answer to "Recast arch-villainous dramatis personae (10)"?

Accepted Answer

The answer is CHARACTERS.