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latent meaning in Sanskrit

सुप्त supta

/ˈleɪ.tənt/

latent in Sanskrit: सुप्त (supta). In English, latent means existing or present, but concealed or inactive.

Sanskrit words for latent

existing or present but concealed or inactive
सुप्त supta

English meaning of latent

  1. adjective Existing or present, but concealed or inactive.
  2. adjective Remaining in an inactive or hidden phase; dormant.
  3. adjective Lying dormant or hidden until circumstances are suitable for development or manifestation.
  4. adjective Latently homosexual.

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Questions about latent in Sanskrit

What is the meaning of latent in Sanskrit?
Latent in Sanskrit is सुप्त (supta).
latent इत्यस्य संस्कृते कः अर्थः?
Latent: सुप्त (supta).
What does latent mean in English?
Latent means existing or present, but concealed or inactive.

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