English / proverb
Even a Worm Will Turn
MEANING IN ENGLISH
Even the meekest, most compliant, or helpless individual will eventually rebel if abused or mistreated for too long.
In context
01
The overworked orderly finally resigned after continuous insults, proving that even a worm will turn under toxic management.
02
The docile patient refused any further experimental treatments without clear answers, showing that even a worm will turn.
Synonyms
patience has limits,the meek will revolt,endurance runs out
Antonyms
infinite submission,permanent passivity,total compliance
Collocations
shows that even a worm will turn,proof that even a worm will turn,warning that even a worm will turn