There's a difference between asking an expert for their opinion and commensurate respect for the effort it takes to provide it, and demeaning an expert because

There's a difference between asking an expert for their opinion and commensurate respect for the effort it takes to provide it, and demeaning an expert because you dont like their answer. I sense that OP was indicating that they felt undermined and attacked for their honest take. Being attacked for your best effort is also toxic