What does the cryptic crossword clue "Rubbish and criticise inspiring theory (7)" mean?

The definition is "Rubbish". The wordplay uses a container (one word inside another). ISM (synonym="theory") in DISS (synonym="criticise") = DISMISS; definition: "Rubbish" The answer is DISMISS.

Rubbish and criticise inspiring theory (7)

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