Metaverse Definition Glossary

There is no single definition of metaverse yet.

Metaverse is still in the process of conceptualization, and different industries are defining it in alignment with their strategy. This article is an attempt to capture different definitions from various leaders and visionaries in this space. Metaverse could develop in many different ways depending on the ecosystem and innovation, but we cannot rely on the current predictions. But it is worthwhile to understand the developments and forecasts to be ready for the new experience.

A metaverse is a network of 3D virtual worlds focused on social connection. In futurism and science fiction, it is often described as a hypothetical iteration of the Internet as a single, universal virtual world that is facilitated by the use of virtual and augmented reality headsets.
-Wikipedia

The metaverse is a digital reality that combines aspects of social media, online gaming, augmented reality (AR), virtual reality (VR), and cryptocurrencies to allow users to interact virtually.
- Investopedia

Metaverse — a persistent, online, 3D universe that combines multiple different virtual spaces as a future iteration of the internet which will seamlessly blend the virtual and real world.
- Alex Kipman, VP of Artificial Intelligence and Mixed Reality at Microsoft

An expansive network of persistent, real-time rendered 3D worlds and simulations that […] can be experienced synchronously by an effectively unlimited number of users, each with an individual sense of presence.
-Matthew Ball, Author & VC

The “metaverse” is a set of virtual spaces where you can create and explore with other people who aren’t in the same physical space as you. You’ll be able to hang out with friends, work, play, learn, shop, create, and more. It’s not necessarily about spending more time online — it’s about making the time you do spend online more meaningful.
- Meta (Facebook)

To embed computing into the real world and to embed the real world into computing.
- Satya Nadella, Microsoft

Anything that makes the virtual world more real and the real world more rich with virtual experiences can become part of the metaverse.
- Pony Ma, Tencent

A Metaverse is a persistent and immersive simulated world experienced in the first person by large groups of simultaneous users who share a strong sense of mutual presence.
-Louis Rosenberg

I mean a place (much as the internet is a place) that blends the real and virtual worlds and is inhabited by digital twins of people, places, and things. The metaverse often uses significant elements of virtual reality, augmented reality, artificial intelligence, and other relevant technologies to create a virtual world.
- Angelo Calvello

A social construction that leverages Web 3.0, blockchain, and computer interfaces where individuals build customs, habits, and values, that allow them to spend time and socialize in the virtual world using their digital identities (avatars). It co-exists with the real world.
- Henrique Centieiro

The Metaverse is a term that describes digital spaces where you will be able to interact with other users and activities using virtual or augmented reality. In the Metaverse, you could do many of the things you do now such as socialize with others, play games, watch concerts, and shop for digital and non-digital items such as clothing, home goods, and cars.
- Ipsos

This would be a growing list expanding over time. Did you come across any definition that is missing here? My DM’s are open on Twitter.