Celebrity shown up by brutal censors (5)
I believe the answer is:
eclat
'celebrity' is the definition.
(I've seen this in another clue)
'up by brutal censors' is the wordplay.
'ECLAT' is hidden back-to-front within the letters.
However, I am uncertain how the hidden word is indicated.
'shown' acts as a link.
Can you help me to learn more?
(Other definitions for eclat that I've seen before include "Brilliant display -- conspicuous success" , "Brilliant display or effect" , "Brilliant success - striking effect" , "Loud applause" , "Social distinction in France" .)