Question 1

What does the cryptic crossword clue "I can be shown to be less than perfect (10)" mean?

Accepted Answer

The definition part of the clue is "less than perfect". The wordplay technique is a charade (building blocks). The answer is IMPROVABLE. Explanation: if I can be shown to be, then I’M PROVABLE

Question 2

What is the answer to "I can be shown to be less than perfect (10)"?

Accepted Answer

The answer is IMPROVABLE.

Question 3

What type of wordplay is used in "I can be shown to be less than perfect (10)"?

Accepted Answer

This clue uses a charade (building blocks) as its wordplay technique.