Latent — synonyms, definition

1. latent (a)

able capable concealed dormant hidden idle immature implicit implied inactive inert inherent insinuated possible potential rudimentary suggested torpid veiled vestigial

2. latent (Adjective)

latent (Adjective) — Potentially existing but not presently evident or realized. ex. "a latent fingerprint" ex. "latent talent"

latent (Adjective) — (pathology) not presently active. ex. "latent infection" ex. "latent diabetes"