Latent
Pronunciation: /ˈleɪtənt/
Latent (adjective)
- Existing but not visible or active yet.
- 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