Cryptic crossword clue
More genuine after moneylender loses 50% 8

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

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

SINCERER adjective
  1. Genuine; meaning what one says or does; heartfelt.
  2. Meant truly or earnestly.
  3. Clean; pure

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