Cryptic crossword clue
Pervert portrayed as exploitative

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 9 letter word PREDATORY

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The straight part
We know that "exploitative" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case exploitative = predatory.
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What does PREDATORY mean?

PREDATORY adjective
  1. Of, or relating to a predator.
  2. Living by preying on other living animals.
  3. Exploiting or victimizing others for personal gain.

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