Girlboss

Gen Z Slang

Definition

A once-earnest empowerment label for ambitious women, now often used sarcastically to critique hustle culture and performative/corporate feminism.

Examples

"She built her own brand from the ground up—such a Girlboss."

"Can’t wait to Girlboss my way through another 80-hour week so we get a pizza party and a LinkedIn badge."

"The company laid off half the team, then posted a Girlboss caption about “empowerment” on Instagram."