The 'Girlboss' term originally gained traction in the mid-2010s as a symbol of female empowerment and professional success, popularized by Sophia Amoruso. However, it eventually evolved into a satirical internet trope. By 2021, the phrase became synonymous with the 'Gaslight, Gatekeep, Girlboss' trinity, used to mock toxic corporate culture and the commodification of feminism. Today, the meme is frequently used to ironically celebrate female characters or individuals who are performing objectively bad or chaotic actions, reframing their behavior as a form of empowerment. It remains a staple of Gen Z humor, highlighting the absurdity of hyper-capitalist 'boss babe' rhetoric.