Loaded words replaced by euphemisms
The word replacement game is simply that, a game. The etymology argument may not scale well. However, neither does "replace X with Y" scale.
Any word used will eventually be frowned upon. Example: a deny-list is discriminatory. It is, by definition, a non-inclusive statement. It is meant to be discriminatory because its whole function is to exclude. Another example: a subordinate is by definition non-free. The overlord to the subordinate is in control because it is meant to be a very strict hierarchical architecture.
What do we gain by replacing words today? Some will feel better, sure. However, does any of this word-swapping game change people's minds? Do we solve the actual problem? As long as this is just a game hiding the symptoms, we are all worse of by playing this game.
Biting the hand that feeds IT
