nounπShare(forensics) The residue left by a person's finger that can be made visible by a process such as powder dusting; a latent fingerprint."The detective carefully lifted the latent fingerprint from the windowsill. "policelawsignprocessmarkChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareAn underlying cause that can be inferred from statistical correlations; factor."The latent cause of the students' declining grades was a lack of engagement in class activities. "theorysciencestatisticssystemlogicChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareAnything that is latent."The latent fear of public speaking was a significant obstacle to her career goals. "possibilitythingChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
adjectiveπShareExisting or present but concealed or inactive."The old camera had a latent defect that only appeared when taking pictures in bright sunlight. "theorysciencemindconditionpossibilityChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
adjectiveπShare(of a virus) remaining in an inactive or hidden phase; dormant."The chickenpox virus can remain latent in the body for many years, sometimes causing shingles later in life. "virusmedicinebiologyChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
adjectiveπShareLying dormant or hidden until circumstances are suitable for development or manifestation."The seeds of ambition remained latent within her until a new opportunity arose at work. "possibilityconditionscienceChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
