Meaning of Javert | Babel Free

Definitions

One who remorselessly pursues a perceived wrongdoer.

Examples

“Whether by instinct, as in Boston, or by psychological testing, as in St. Louis, some police departments are waking up to the characterological hazards of the police profession. But unfortunately there are still a good many Javerts around.”

“The Javerts in today's society are supported not with index cards and filing clerks, but with the latest electronic databases […]”

“Ted and I have Javerts in our lives, those who will not accept the fact that God the Father has welcomed his prodigal son home.”

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