I can tell you that
in all honesty, is one of my least favorite functions, which is odd because it's my base function. I think I may be wording this wrong, but sense all functions are complex, I can agree with you on some aspects of
being down right annoying. If you met me, you probably wouldn't think it was my dominant function since I'm an
subtype. But, as contradictory as it may be, my first function is something that rubs me the wrong way at times as well. Being so attuned to the ethical behavior of others can be draining, but I suppose any type can get annoyed with their ego functions.
Remember, all people are on different levels of maturity so to speak, so I know exactly the kind of
dominants you are speaking of. In fact, my ex was an EIE and it was the worst relationship I've ever had because he used it in such a 1 dimensional way, rather than 4th dimensionally as it should be. Usually people who use their base function in this way use it in a crude superficial sense; so it becomes manipulative rather than a function that should be used for empathy and self expression in a way that doesn't harm or turn off others.