MAGA

noun

ˈma-gə 

sometimes

ˈmä- 

variants or MAGA movement

: a political movement calling for strict limits on immigration and a return to policies and practices in place before globalization and especially before the era of globalization that began in the late 20th century

Note: The MAGA movement began during the 2016 presidential campaign of Donald Trump, the Republican nominee. Its name is derived from Trump's campaign slogan "Make America Great Again."

—often used before another noun

a MAGA voter

MAGA Republicans

Examples of MAGA in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Other artists booked for other nights, including Morris Day, Martina McBride and Bret Michaels, canceled their plans amid the initial firestorm over whether Freedom 250 is a nonpartisan or MAGA-affiliated organization. — Chris Willman, Variety, 27 June 2026

Besides, seeing Donalds on display isn’t just for the MAGA faithful. — Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 26 June 2026

Constantino has leaned into the MAGA spectacle and self-funded his campaign with millions. — Luke Fountain, CNBC, 23 June 2026

The split in the MAGA movement between Shapiro and others in the online right is real, and could alienate a portion of the audience that may pass on subscribing or paying the Daily Wire for its consumer products like Jeremy’s Chocolates. — Max Tani, semafor.com, 23 June 2026

Word History

First Known Use

2016, in the meaning defined above