The phenomenon whereby an awkward, unattractive, often pudgy-looking child grows up to be unbelievably hot.
The first observed case of The Neville Effect, and therefore the boy after whom the effect is named, Neville Longbottom (from the extraordinary Harry Potter series) is the typical example of this phenomenon. He looks a bit awkward and chubby when he is younger, but in a miraculous series of events, grows up to become a badass sex god. Other notable cases include Josh from Drake and Josh.
by lily247 June 12, 2012
In Danganronpa V3, Korekiyo used a "seesaw effect" by jumping on a loose floorboard in order to impale a hidden under a cage Tenko Chabashira on a knife. He did so despite having already killed Angie Yonaga whose murder lacked enough evidence to point to the culprit. As a result, the term "seesaw effect" was brought up numerous times during the third Class Trial.
by Daddy Shinguji August 3, 2019
A phenomenon where a historical (or otherwise original) figure gets overshadowed by its version from modern culture. Named after Astolfo, who is originally a character from a French legend, but most people nowadays know him from the Fate anime franchise as the guy who looks like a girl, also referred to as trap or femboy.
Most prominent if you try to look their images up. There are even more famous examples, such as the infamous dictator Nero Claudius.
Most prominent if you try to look their images up. There are even more famous examples, such as the infamous dictator Nero Claudius.
A: I tried to search for some pictures of this guy for my school presentation but all I could find was this anime girl for some reason.
B: Yeah, that's the Astolfo effect for you.
B: Yeah, that's the Astolfo effect for you.
by chrisprattjudah January 1, 2022
A social phenomenon that occurs when an attempt to hide, remove, or censor information has the unintended consequence of further publicizing that information, often via the Internet.
"The Streisand Effect is named after American entertainer Barbra Streisand, whose attempt to suppress photographs of her residence in Malibu, California, inadvertently drew further attention to it in 2003."
by Memento Mori August 7, 2020
When you stumble upon the musical greatness of the band NameSake you are left with what i like to call ***THE NAMESAKE EFFECT***
It is the bittersweet aftermath of having heard one of their catchy songs, seen one of their swooning smiles or have been embraced by one of their hugs. This sensation leaves you craving more. You may not realize the limitless hours you spend searching youtube for more NameSake videos, the countless times you have checked their twitters, or that you stalk their facebooks at least a dozen times daily. Do not be alarmed this reaction to NameSake is normal.
Will, Troy, Seth, Kevin and Brad - these five boys are true talents with humble hearts, they are to blame for this brain shaking fixation. NameSake lyrics and melodies navigate your way into another world where there are no limits, no rules. Proceed with joy as you are engulfed in The NameSake Effect :)
"i find myself searching for you" -NameSake
It is the bittersweet aftermath of having heard one of their catchy songs, seen one of their swooning smiles or have been embraced by one of their hugs. This sensation leaves you craving more. You may not realize the limitless hours you spend searching youtube for more NameSake videos, the countless times you have checked their twitters, or that you stalk their facebooks at least a dozen times daily. Do not be alarmed this reaction to NameSake is normal.
Will, Troy, Seth, Kevin and Brad - these five boys are true talents with humble hearts, they are to blame for this brain shaking fixation. NameSake lyrics and melodies navigate your way into another world where there are no limits, no rules. Proceed with joy as you are engulfed in The NameSake Effect :)
"i find myself searching for you" -NameSake
(car ride to the grocery store)
MOM: "Are we really listening to Borders and Fences again? But honey, you used to listen to a variety of music, what happened?"
ME: " NameSake happened!"
(car ride to the mall)
FRIEND: "You have been single for months and still wont date anyone, why?"
ME: "Well why should I even bother dating, when I already know who will be my future husband, he is in the band NameSake."
music mania fandom
hence The NameSake Effect
MOM: "Are we really listening to Borders and Fences again? But honey, you used to listen to a variety of music, what happened?"
ME: " NameSake happened!"
(car ride to the mall)
FRIEND: "You have been single for months and still wont date anyone, why?"
ME: "Well why should I even bother dating, when I already know who will be my future husband, he is in the band NameSake."
music mania fandom
hence The NameSake Effect
by forever822blue August 8, 2012
You : Oh, I had a really bad day, and now it is even worse.
Friend : What You're experiencing is The Pyrocynical Effect.
Friend : What You're experiencing is The Pyrocynical Effect.
by Conga Mann January 20, 2017
The band Sabaton's incredible ability to fill you with patriotism of a country you have no relation to.
Person 1: Man I want to fight for Belgium after listening to Resist and Bite wtf.
Person 2 : Sabaton effect got you too huh?
Person 2 : Sabaton effect got you too huh?
by NathanGouldHimself November 8, 2018