Cryptic crossword clue
More genial Liberal let down by the Speaker 8

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 8 letter word MELLOWER

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The straight part
We know that "More genial" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case more genial = mellower.
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What does MELLOWER mean?

MELLOWER adjective
  1. Soft or tender by reason of ripeness; having a tender pulp.
  2. Easily worked or penetrated; not hard or rigid.
  3. Not coarse, rough, or harsh; subdued, soft, rich, delicate; said of sound, color, flavor, style, etc.
  4. Well matured; softened by years; genial; jovial.
  5. Relaxed; calm; easygoing; laid-back.
  6. Warmed by liquor, slightly intoxicated, stoned, or high.
MELLOWER noun
  1. One who or that which mellows.

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