The word 'troll' is a psychological attempt to curb straight talking (same as the CIA, and 'conspiracy theorist') - i.e. political correctness.
Word salad artists hate it, because it cuts through the bullshit , either in a sarcastic, humorous way, or just calling things as they are.
It's a product of the leftist educational institutions over the last few decades.
I don't see being called a troll as 'name calling' (a compliment, maybe)- boo-hoo!, my snowflakey tears are just streaming .lol
If we had more 'twatter' energy, maybe this place wouldn't be so dull.
(and would be be growing as a result).
I agree with most of that, I just think that yelling 'Troll!' over a comment that benign sets the bar for trolling a bit low. There was a time when an internet troll was someone who 'hijacked' a thread, usually with offensive and incendiary remarks, just for the fun of getting people riled. Now, it's just thrown at anyone people don't want to hear from, even if it's still on topic.
Bullshit, I say! Words should mean something!
I've been accused of offensive and incendiary remarks!
Imagine?!?!?
Shocked, I was!lol
Invariably those 'troll' remarks come from those who've just been melted - and cannot debate the salient points.
People get too hung up on the messenger, and not listening to the goddamn message. The idiots.
!popcorn
listen, you commie - are you up for a revolution ? lol
It's a trap!!
I'm retired, let the kids carry the ball.
wuss! lol
The quarterback gives the ball to others on nearly every play.
ARSE