What does the cryptic crossword clue "Self-confident idiot's dreadfully rude (7)" mean?

The definition is "Self-confident". The wordplay uses anagram, charade. anagram of RUDE ("rude") [anagram: "dreadfully"] + ASS (synonym of "idiot's") = ASSURED; definition: "Self-confident" The answer is ASSURED.

Self-confident idiot's dreadfully rude (7)

Guardian Cryptic #29046 | 4 Across | 2023-04-17 flower

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