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, to

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
a job of work
receive as
receive as (something)

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