Almost any derisive term will do. Ahab is a classic case. Contemptuous of standards of right that differ from their desires, they assess blame without assuming responsibility. The name-calling stage, however, never remains static. Apostasy relentlessly elbows its way toward an uglier mood.
Every apostasy involves catering to the whims and desires of the unregenerated casuals.
He thought that if Moses had been less firm, less decided at times, and that if he had made a compromise with the people and gratified their wishes, he would have had less trouble, and there would have been more peace and harmony in the camp of Israel. The demand for a visible god was totally unwarranted. Aaron should have steadfastly refused to listen to such foolishness and firmly reminded them that God had already graciously provided an adequate number of audio-visual aids for their weak faith. The divine protection during the plagues of Egypt, the Red Sea crossing, the daily manna and water gushing from the rock, all provided enough evidence of His care and keeping. The list was impressive.