"The experience of no need to find the necessary emolument."

[reeay]

I think the label STS is often used to describe actions that appear to be manipulating and controlling. Tho, STS would imply there was intent to go all 'Joffrey' onto people (you know, Game of Thrones).

I am not sure what the purpose is in playing devil's advocate - it's emotionally provocative. Sure, people can say 'well it's going to help you to tell you about catalyst that needs to be attended to', yet there is a degree of dishonestly here bc the other is unaware of what is happening. Bit of a power play here.

Playing devil's advocate and this notion that one is enjoying a playful moment and amusement at the expense of other's passionate and honest beliefs around something doesn't seem balanced to me.

Personal opinion.