gaslight gatekeep girlboss

Definition

A satirical phrase mocking performative feminism and toxic workplace culture by humorously combining three concepts—gaslighting (psychological manipulation), gatekeeping (exclusion), and girl-bossing (aggressive ambition)—often used as ironic commentary.

Example Usage

When the CEO took credit for her team's work while claiming to empower women, everyone joked it was peak 'gaslight gatekeep girlboss.'

Origin

Originated as a meme circa 2021, initially a sincere feminist rallying cry that was quickly flipped into a satirical critique of corporate feminism and toxic leadership.

Fun Fact

The phrase became so popular it spawned countless variations and is often used to describe the contradictions of feminist-branded corporate culture.

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