LATENCY Synonyms: 37 Similar and Opposite Words

latency

noun

ˈlā-tᵊn(t)-sē

Definition of latency

as in suspension

a state of temporary inactivity the flower bulbs went from latency to full bloom in a matter of days

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Noun

That includes carbon-ceramic brakes, standard Magnetic Ride Control suspension, and even optional carbon fiber wheels, all wrapped by the widebody shape that gives the Grand Sport and Grand Sport X a more aggressive look than the base Stingray.

— Tim Stevens, ArsTechnica, 4 Aug. 2026
After the White House event, FIFA announced Ronaldo’s suspension had been lifted, allowing one of the World Cup’s star attractions to play in the tournament.

— Kevin Baxter, Los Angeles Times, 4 Aug. 2026

Definition of suspension

Noun

The bill, Assembly Bill 2193, was placed in the suspense file in May.

— Madison Smalstig July 31, Sacbee.com, 31 July 2026
The suspense grows more effective past the one-hour mark, once Dama takes control of the narrative, with Irina, Rosa and Giulia variably helped and hindered by her steely mechanizations.

— Dennis Harvey, Variety, 30 July 2026

Definition of suspense

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