be a revelation
be a revelation
To be different than one anticipated, often in a good way. Dana's performance in the play was a revelation—I had no idea she was such a talented actress.
See also: revelation
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.
come as/be a reveˈlation (to somebody)
be a completely new or surprising experience; be different from what was expected: His performance in the race today was a revelation to everyone. My trip to Texas was a revelation.See also: come, revelation
Farlex Partner Idioms Dictionary
- come as/be a revelation
- revelation
- come as a revelation
- pop into (someone's) head
- a man for all seasons
- season
- astound
- astound (one) with (something)
- astound with
- have a light bulb go on in (one's) brain