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

The Robinson plaintiffs offered a few maps that guaranteed more Black voting strength, but the plan that was accepted in court was ultimately one drawn by the state’s Republicans, including Governor Jeff Landry, a MAGA stalwart. —Vann R. Newkirk Ii, The Atlantic, 2 May 2026

Morris, who was backed by Elon Musk and other MAGA figures, was quick to endorse Barr on Friday. —Brady Knox, The Washington Examiner, 2 May 2026

Over 4 in 10 MAGA Republicans had a negative reaction, along with about 8 in 10 non-MAGA Republicans. —Emily Guskin, ABC News, 1 May 2026

Sonja Shaw, 43, the school board president of Chino Valley Unified, has achieved a public profile as a MAGA culture warrior. —Howard Blume, Los Angeles Times, 1 May 2026

Word History

First Known Use

2016, in the meaning defined above