What does the cryptic crossword clue "Wicked deeds within heartless Mafia factions (8)" mean?

The definition is "Wicked deeds". The wordplay uses a hidden word. IN (synonym="within") + FAM (synonym="FAM") + IES (synonym="Mafia factions") = INFAMIES; definition: "Wicked deeds" The answer is INFAMIES.

Wicked deeds within heartless Mafia factions (8)

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