Crossword Genius

Being beyond what is avowed (8)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

ulterior

(Other definitions for ulterior that I've seen before include "Deliberately concealed, motive perhaps" , "(Of a motive) beyond what is stated" , "On the further side" , "The motive that's hidden" , "Not obvious or admitted - say motive" .)

I've seen this clue in the Sydney Morning Herald.
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