1. A problem that exists but is not yet apparent, visible, or active; a hidden or dormant issue that may emerge in the future
The software had a latent problem that only appeared after several months of use.
O software tinha um problema latente que só apareceu após vários meses de uso.
2. An underlying issue that has not yet manifested its effects or consequences
The latent problems in the building's foundation were discovered during renovation.
Os problemas latentes na fundação do edifício foram descobertos durante a renovação.