#1 come across v. find unexpectedly; "the archeologists chanced upon an old tomb"; "she struck a goldmine"; "The hikers finally struck the main path to the lake". wn #2 come across v. be perceived in a certain way; make a certain impression. wn #3 come across v. come together; "I'll probably see you at the meeting"; "How nice to see you again!". wn #4 come across v. communicate the intended meaning or impression; "He came across very clearly". wn #5 come across v. be received or understood. wn