Donald Trump Flames Online Frenzy with Claim of Inventing Age-Old Word Widely Used Since the 1500s

President Donald Trump possesses a distinctive manner of expression. The 79-year-old politician often addresses the public with a perplexing communication style, even alleging that he has coined words that are actually longstanding. In May 2025, Trump presented a proposal aimed at significantly reducing prescription drug costs in the United States, during which he delivered an improvised comment that left many listeners bewildered. “Basically, what we’re doing is equalizing. There’s a new word that I came up with, which is probably the best word,” Trump stated while discussing drug pricing parallels with Europe. This assertion prompted widespread ridicule, particularly from humorists like Jon Stewart, who pointed out that “equalize” dates back to 1599. Social media users joined in mockery, citing Trump’s limited vocabulary while playfully referencing his prior claims of popularizing terms, including “fake” and “groceries.” His communication habits continue to captivate audiences, as exemplified by the recent “Bela” post on Truth Social.