Question 1

What does the cryptic crossword clue "Singular desire to be smart (5)" mean?

Accepted Answer

The definition is "smart". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). S (synonym of "Singular") + WISH (synonym of "desire"); definition: "smart" The answer is SWISH.

Question 2

What is the answer to "Singular desire to be smart (5)"?

Accepted Answer

The answer is SWISH.