What does the cryptic crossword clue "Shocking colours joining rave (8)" mean?

The definition is "Shocking". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). FLAG (synonym="colours") + RANT (synonym="rave") = FLAGRANT; definition: "Shocking" The answer is Flagrant.

Shocking colours joining rave (8)

Telegraph Prize Cryptic #3002 | 2 Down | 2019-05-05 flower

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