Cryptic crossword clue
Worth tidying mess 7

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 7 letter word DIGNITY

I've seen this crossword clue in Financial Times
D
I
G
N
I
T
Y

Buddy explains!

The straight part
We know that "Worth" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case worth = dignity.
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 DIGNITY mean?

DIGNITY noun
  1. The state of being dignified or worthy of esteem: elevation of mind or character.
  2. Decorum, formality, stateliness.
  3. High office, rank, or station.
  4. One holding high rank; a dignitary.
  5. Fundamental principle; axiom; maxim.

Latest crossword clues with full explanations