come across as (something) to (one)

come across as (something) to (one)

To be viewed or interpreted by one in a particular way; to seem to be a particular way. Did I come across as confident to you when I made my speech? If she comes across as cold and uptight to you, don't worry—she's actually a very kind lady. His apology came across as insincere to me.
See also: across, come
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.
See also:
  • come across like
  • come across like (someone or something)
  • come across as (someone or something)
  • always the bridesmaid
  • always the bridesmaid, never the bride
  • bride
  • bridesmaid
  • particular
  • (one) ain't particular
  • ain't particular