The Trump Dictionary
The definitive guide to Trump-speak: words, phrases, and nicknames that defined an era
America First
Trump's foreign policy doctrine prioritizing American interests.
"From now on, it's going to be America First!"
Beautiful
All-purpose positive adjective for anything Trump approves of.
"We're going to have beautiful healthcare!"
Believe Me
Trump's signature phrase used to emphasize the truth of his statements.
"We're going to build a wall, believe me!"
Bigly
Adverb meaning 'in a big manner' or 'greatly.' Often confused with 'big league.'
"We're going to win bigly!"
Build the Wall
Campaign promise for a border wall with Mexico.
"We're going to build the wall and Mexico will pay for it!"
Covfefe
A mysterious typo from a 2017 tweet that became an internet phenomenon.
"Despite the constant negative press covfefe"
Crooked Hillary
Nickname for Hillary Clinton, his 2016 opponent.
"Crooked Hillary deleted 33,000 emails!"
Deep State
Alleged shadow government working against Trump's agenda.
"The deep state is trying to take me down!"
Drain the Swamp
Campaign promise to remove corruption from Washington.
"We're going to drain the swamp in Washington!"
Fake News
Any media coverage that Trump disagrees with or finds unfavorable.
"The failing New York Times is fake news!"
Incredible
Standard superlative for positive descriptions.
"We've done an incredible job!"
Loser
Anyone who opposes or criticizes Trump.
"He's a total loser, always has been."
Make America Great Again (MAGA)
Trump's 2016 and 2020 campaign slogan.
"We're going to make America great again!"
Many People Are Saying
A phrase used to validate claims without providing specific sources.
"Many people are saying I'm the best president ever."
Sad!
One-word exclamation to express disapproval.
"His poll numbers are terrible. Sad!"
Sleepy Joe
Nickname for Joe Biden.
"Sleepy Joe doesn't know where he is!"
Stable Genius
Trump's self-description emphasizing mental stability and intelligence.
"I'm a very stable genius!"
The Art of the Deal
Trump's philosophy on negotiation and business, also his most famous book.
"You need to understand the art of the deal to succeed."
Tremendous
Trump's favorite superlative for anything positive, large, or impressive.
"We had a tremendous victory, tremendous!"
Winner
Someone who succeeds, particularly in business or politics.
"I'm a winner, not a loser like them."
Witch Hunt
Any investigation or criticism directed at Trump.
"This is the greatest witch hunt in political history!"
You're Fired!
Trump's catchphrase from The Apprentice.
"Your performance was terrible. You're fired!"
Yuge
Trump's pronunciation of 'huge,' emphasizing size and importance.
"This is gonna be yuge!"