What does the cryptic crossword clue "Revolting Ruth is being arrogant (6)" mean?

The definition is "arrogant". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). UP (synonym="‘revolting’") + PITY (synonym="‘ruth’") = UPPITY; definition: "arrogant" The answer is UPPITY.

Revolting Ruth is being arrogant (6)

Guardian Cryptic #29176 | 3 Down | 2023-09-15 flower

← Back to puzzle

Visit Guardian's puzzle site →