Yeah it’s a euphemism and a bit of a shibboleth, which, like all shibboleths, can be a bit triggering to those who feel outgrouped by it.

I could’ve been more precise: “opinions that are based on weak evidence that confirm a certain preimagined view of the world rather than challenge it”.

Ah a fancy description for religion!

I would like to say that this is why my country turned to atheism but really it was the Sunday morning.