word choice - Which adverb implies supreme confidence, falling just shy of arrogance?



When he participated in debates and round table discussions, Christopher Hitchens spoke with supreme confidence.



I'd like to replace with supreme confidence with an adverb that implies supreme confidence, falling just shy of arrogance.


Does anyone have any suggestions?



Answer



I'd go with:




  • commandingly




  • boldly




  • brilliantly




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