The "Matei Effect" is a term used to describe whenever a joke or meme based on another piece of media becomes more recognised and widespread than the original media itself. Often common within the younger crowd.
The term "Matei Effect" was coined when Mike Matei's video of "Minecraft with Gadget" became an immensely popular meme which has now overshadowed the original "Inspector Gadget" show itself.
As a result, younger generations may only know of Inspector Gadget because of Mike's video and have likely never seen any other official Inspector Gadget media ever beforehand. Causing what's called the "Matei Effect".
The term "Matei Effect" was coined when Mike Matei's video of "Minecraft with Gadget" became an immensely popular meme which has now overshadowed the original "Inspector Gadget" show itself.
As a result, younger generations may only know of Inspector Gadget because of Mike's video and have likely never seen any other official Inspector Gadget media ever beforehand. Causing what's called the "Matei Effect".
big chungus (Bugs Bunny), garfielf (Garfield), we live in a society (Joker), Grand Dad (Flintstones) are all victims of the Matei Effect!
by Kippykip June 10, 2021
Get the Matei Effectmug. Someone who acts dangerously on the road. Or a cute nickname for your friend (can be changed/downgraded to Matey Bro/Brother)
by #mateyboiis June 18, 2021
Get the Matey Boimug. 
by Matieus November 21, 2021
Get the Mateimug. He’s a handsome guy with a giant dick especially if he’s half American. Girl if you have this one you are lucky !
by Fixcit November 21, 2021
Get the Mateimug. A friend that is extremly good in school, good manners and well raised.
But on the other hand has a bit of a god-complex and small penis.
But on the other hand has a bit of a god-complex and small penis.
by V_M8 April 16, 2024
Get the MATEImug. Chiefly used in England. Term refers and identifies someone you don’t know, and that you don’t know the name of. Not derogatory or offensive.
“Do you remember in the club last night when old matey jogged your arm and made you spill your pint?”
by PedroFromDangermouse December 15, 2022
Get the Old mateymug.