adj. Function: adjective
not now manifest or showing signs of existence or activity FF1C; a latent infection FF1E;
Synonyms: abeyant, dormant, lurking, potential, prepatent, quiescent
Related Words: concealed, hidden; idle, inactive, inert; immature, unmatured, unripe
Contrasted Words: active, dynamic, live, operative; activated, energized, vitalized
Antonyms: patent