(noun) A well-documented but unexplained phenomena occurring in the american state of Utah, whereby the majority of women possess great bodies but are lacking in the face department. Seen often on campuses and in daily life.
Johnny admired the ass in front of him, thinking of all the things he would do to it.
Johnny: “Hey girl, can I get yo number?”
*Girl turns around*
Johnny: “Fuckin’ Utah Effect.”
*Johnny flees*
Johnny: “Hey girl, can I get yo number?”
*Girl turns around*
Johnny: “Fuckin’ Utah Effect.”
*Johnny flees*
by JesusNFriends432 July 20, 2018
The Waifu Effect describes a phenomenon in which a fictional work or character gains popularity solely by containing what many people consider to be "waifu-material"(see "Waifu" entry for more info). The work in question often becomes famous for such, and the Waifu Effect can often (but not always) overshadow other elements, whether intentionally or unintentionally. Many shows/media intentionally exploit this phenomenon in order to market their products, which can also be used to hide negative qualities.
The Waifu effect is particularly noticeable within the fanart community, as it can shoot characters/works into the spotlight through the Waifu effect alone. In order for a work to benefit from the Waifu effect, the characters must be diverse and varied. They must have enough of a background to give artists a jumping-off point, but be open enough so that artists have enough wiggle room to insert their own creativity into it. Some big examples that exhibit the Waifu Effect phenomenon are Kantai Collection and Touhou Project.
The Waifu effect is particularly noticeable within the fanart community, as it can shoot characters/works into the spotlight through the Waifu effect alone. In order for a work to benefit from the Waifu effect, the characters must be diverse and varied. They must have enough of a background to give artists a jumping-off point, but be open enough so that artists have enough wiggle room to insert their own creativity into it. Some big examples that exhibit the Waifu Effect phenomenon are Kantai Collection and Touhou Project.
Overwatch fan: Man, have you been seeing all the amazing Overwatch fanart from Japan artists lately?
JRPG enthusiast: That's unexpected, I thought that Japan didn't really like FPS games. Why would a western FPS like Overwatch ever be popular there?
Overwatch fan: Nah, it's the Waifu Effect, I'm tellin' ya. Put enough attractive and diverse female characters into your work and artists/social media are bound to jump on that shit.
JRPG enthusiast: That's unexpected, I thought that Japan didn't really like FPS games. Why would a western FPS like Overwatch ever be popular there?
Overwatch fan: Nah, it's the Waifu Effect, I'm tellin' ya. Put enough attractive and diverse female characters into your work and artists/social media are bound to jump on that shit.
by schoolbomb February 01, 2018
by Kara J May 15, 2016
Jeremy's truck is slower than Larry's truck, however they are the same make and model, this is due to the gibson effect.
by Jubali January 30, 2017
The feeling you get when you don't know what is wrong about someone but something feels uneasy or uncomfortable; typically associated with people and things that give off a weird vibe.
by mrsclean September 02, 2019
An effect originating from the Godzilla franchise in its early days, because it was dubbed over the characters mouths didn't move in sync with the words
by Sincord November 04, 2021
Joe Tessitore is a college football announcer for ESPN. Any games that he announces is pretty much guaranteed to go down to the wire likely with a wild finish.
The Tessitore Effect was in full force last night when Joe Tessitore announced the South Carolina-Missouri game last night and there was a big comeback that sent the game into overtime.
by COSDawg1985 October 27, 2013