Cryptic crossword clue
Energy in X, devalued 11

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 11 letter word ADULTERATED

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More clues leading to the result ADULTERATED

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The straight part
We know that "devalued" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case devalued = adulterated.
The cryptic/wordplay part
In cryptic crossword there's often an wordplay/cryptic part as well.
This part involves a more complex hint, such as an anagram, homophone, hidden word, etc.
Sadly, We don't have an explanation for this specific crossword clue yet.

What does ADULTERATED mean?

ADULTERATED verb
  1. To corrupt.
  2. To spoil by adding impurities.
  3. To commit adultery.
  4. To defile by adultery.
ADULTERATED adjective
  1. Mixed with impurities

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