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latency

The word “latency” has 3 syllables: la-ten-cy

It's pronounced as /ˈleɪtənsi/

What is synonym and antonym for latency?

In the thesaurus, “latency” has 38 synonyms and 6 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for latency along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for latency

Antonyms for latency

  • continuance
  • continuation
  • recommencement
  • renewal
  • resumption
  • resuscitation

Meanings of latency

  • noun
    1. The state of being latent.
    2. A delay, a period between the initiation of something and the occurrence.
    3. The delay between a stimulus and the response it triggers in an organism.
    4. A stage in Sigmund Freud's psychoanalytic theory of the psychosexual development of children where children become asexual until their sexual desires come back at puberty.

Example Sentences

  • The latency of the network connection can significantly impact the performance of online applications.
  • In gaming, low latency is crucial for a smooth and enjoyable experience.
  • Researchers are studying the effects of latency on user interactions in virtual environments.
  • The company invested in new technology to reduce latency and improve data processing speeds.
  • High latency during video calls can lead to frustrating delays and miscommunications.

On this page you'll find 44 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to latency, such as: abeyance, abeyancy, cold storage, coma, continuance, continuation, deep freeze.

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Related Words

abeyance

idleness

waiting

quiescence

capability

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