Definitions
- Describing something that is hidden or concealed. - Referring to a dormant or inactive state of something. - Talking about something that is present but not immediately apparent or visible.
- Describing a state of rest or inactivity. - Referring to something that is temporarily dormant or inactive. - Talking about something that is calm or peaceful.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words describe a state of inactivity or dormancy.
- 2Both words can be used to describe a hidden or concealed state of something.
- 3Both words are adjectives that modify a noun.
What is the difference?
- 1Usage: Latitant is less commonly used than quiescent.
- 2Connotation: Latitant has a more negative connotation, often implying something is hidden or lurking, while quiescent has a more neutral or positive connotation, often implying a peaceful or dormant state.
- 3Scope: Latitant is often used in medical or scientific contexts, while quiescent can be used in a wider range of contexts.
Remember this!
Latitant and quiescent are synonyms that describe a state of inactivity or dormancy. However, latitant is less commonly used and has a more negative connotation, often implying something is hidden or lurking. On the other hand, quiescent has a more neutral or positive connotation, often implying a peaceful or dormant state. While both words can be used to describe a hidden or concealed state of something, latitant is often used in medical or scientific contexts, while quiescent can be used in a wider range of contexts.
