Latent

Pronunciation: /ˈleɪtənt/

Latent (adjective)

  1. Existing but not visible or active yet.
  2. Describing a disease that is present but not causing symptoms.

Examples

  • The artist discovered her latent talent for painting.
  • He has a latent ability to solve complex problems.

Common collocations: latent talent, latent ability, latent potential, latent virus, latent infection

Synonyms of Latent

Formal

Neutral

Informal

Antonyms of Latent

  • When something is clearly visible or obvious.