latent
la
ˈleɪ
lei
tent
tənt
tēnt
/lˈe‍ɪtənt/

Definition & Meaning of "latent"in English

latent
01

present but not yet visible or fully developed

Examples
She had a latent talent for painting that emerged later in life.
02

(of a medical condition or infection) present in the body but not currently producing symptoms

Examples
The virus remained latent in the patient's nervous system.
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