What does the cryptic crossword clue "Moslem, I hesitate to say, is more cheerful (7)" mean?

The definition is "more cheerful". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). SUNNI (synonym="Moslem") + ER (synonym="“I hesitate to say”") = SUNNIER; definition: "more cheerful" The answer is SUNNIER.

Moslem, I hesitate to say, is more cheerful (7)

Times Cryptic #28625 | 5 Down | 2023-06-09 flower

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