Question

complete the sentence with the word that best fits the overall meaning and tone. ms. barrett was well spoken in the primary debate, but she wont do well with voters if her self-assurance comes across as ______. egotism confidence

Explanation:

The sentence has a contrast: Ms. Barrett was well - spoken, but there's a negative outcome if her self - assurance is perceived in a bad way. "Confidence" is a positive trait, so it wouldn't lead to her not doing well with voters. "Egotism" means excessive self - regard, which is a negative trait. If her self - assurance comes across as egotism, voters would react negatively.

Answer:

egotism