Latant vs. Latent
Edited by Huma Saeed || By Sawaira Riaz || Updated on September 10, 2023
"Latant" is an incorrect spelling. The correct spelling is "Latent," referring to something present but not visible or apparent.
Which is correct: Latant or Latent
How to spell Latent?
Latant is Incorrect
Latent is Correct
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Key Differences
Think of "Late" as the beginning of "Latent" which means delayed visibility.
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Sep 08, 2023
"Latent" rhymes with "patient," something you might need to be to see what's latent.
Janet White
Sep 08, 2023
Remember, "Latent" has an "e" just like "hidden," which is its meaning.
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Sep 08, 2023
"Latant" without "e" lacks the essence of being concealed.
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Sep 08, 2023
Connect "Latent" to "latent fingerprints" which are not visible to the naked eye.
Janet White
Sep 08, 2023
Latant and Latent Definitions
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Latent
Present but not visible or apparent.
There was a latent tension in the room.
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Sep 08, 2023
Latent
Existing but not yet manifest or developed.
Latent talent that was never nurtured.
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Sep 08, 2023
Latent
Dormant, but capable of becoming active.
The virus remained latent in the body.
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Sep 08, 2023
Latent
(Biology) Being in a condition of biological rest or inactivity characterized by cessation of growth or development and the suspension of many metabolic processes
A latent bud.
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Sep 06, 2023
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Latent
(Psychology) Present and accessible in the unconscious mind but not consciously expressed.
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Latent
A fingerprint that is not apparent to the eye but can be made sufficiently visible, as by dusting or fuming, for use in identification.
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Latent
(biology) Lying dormant or hidden until circumstances are suitable for development or manifestation.
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Latent
(forensics) The residue left by a person's finger that can be made visible by a process such as powder dusting; a latent fingerprint.
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Latent
(statistics) An underlying cause that can be inferred from statistical correlations; factor.
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Latent
Not visible or apparent; hidden; concealed; secret; dormant; as, latent springs of action.
The evils latent in the most promising contrivances are provided for as they arise.
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Latent
Existing but not presenting symptoms; dormant or developing; - of disease, especially infectious diseases; as, the latent phase of an infection.
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Latent
Potentially existing but not presently evident or realized;
A latent fingerprint
Latent talent
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Sep 06, 2023
Latent
Hidden or concealed; lying beneath the surface.
The latent issues came to light after further discussion.
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Sep 08, 2023
Latent
Referring to a hidden stage in a disease.
The latent phase of the illness showed no symptoms.
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FAQs
Why is it called Latent?
The term "latent" originates from the Latin word "latens" meaning "lying hidden."
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Sep 08, 2023
What is the plural form of Latent?
The term "Latent" doesn't typically have a plural form as it's an adjective.
Harlon Moss
Sep 08, 2023
Is Latent a negative or positive word?
"Latent" is neutral; it describes a state of being.
Samantha Walker
Sep 08, 2023
What is the verb form of Latent?
"Latent" is an adjective, and it doesn't have a verb form.
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Sep 08, 2023
Is Latent a vowel or consonant?
"Latent" is a word that contains both vowels and consonants.
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Sep 08, 2023
Which conjunction is used with Latent?
Any conjunction can be used with "Latent" based on sentence structure.
Samantha Walker
Sep 08, 2023
Which article is used with Latent?
Both "a" and "the" can be used with "Latent."
Harlon Moss
Sep 08, 2023
What is the opposite of Latent?
The opposite could be "manifest" or "visible."
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Sep 08, 2023
Which preposition is used with Latent?
Prepositions such as "in," "of," or "with" can be used with "Latent" depending on the context.
Harlon Moss
Sep 08, 2023
What is the third form of Latent?
"Latent" is primarily an adjective and doesn't have verb forms.
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Sep 08, 2023
Is Latent an abstract noun?
No, it's an adjective describing hidden or concealed qualities.
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Sep 08, 2023
Which determiner is used with Latent?
Determiners like "this," "that," or "the" can be used with "Latent."
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Sep 08, 2023
What is the first form of Latent?
"Latent" is primarily an adjective and doesn't have verb forms.
Aimie Carlson
Sep 08, 2023
What is the second form of Latent?
"Latent" is primarily an adjective and doesn't have verb forms.
Aimie Carlson
Sep 08, 2023
How is Latent used in a sentence?
"There are latent abilities in her that have yet to be discovered."
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Sep 08, 2023
Is the Latent term a metaphor?
By itself, it is not a metaphor, but can be used metaphorically in context.
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Sep 08, 2023
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