What does the cryptic crossword clue "State of ruler is good, in fact (8)" mean?

The definition is "State of ruler". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). G (synonym of "good,") + REALITY (synonym of "fact"); definition: "State of ruler" The answer is REGALITY.

State of ruler is good, in fact (8)

Times Cryptic #29131 | 8 Down | 2025-01-20 flower

← Back to puzzle

Visit Times's puzzle site →