Latent (adjective)

1. Existing or present but not yet active, developed, or noticeable.
2. Hidden and not yet developed or realized.

Origin:

The word 'latent' comes from the latin word 'latentem' meaning 'lying hidden or inactive.'.

Examples:

1. The disease was latent in her body for many years before symptoms appeared.
2. His artistic talent was latent and only emerged after he retired.
3. The criminal had a latent desire for revenge.
4. Her latent ambition finally led her to pursue a career in politics.
5. The technology had a latent potential for revolutionizing the industry.