Definition
Any communication that is contradictory, inconsistent, or unclear, especially in its motive or intent.
In Context
- "Don't you think it's sending a mixed message for the magazine to put "Lose Five Pounds in A Month" right next to "Ten Easy Desserts"?"
- "Of late, many who are wary of the vaccine say they have become more confused by what they see as mixed messages from federal health agencies and the White House."
See Also
- double standard
- mixed signal
- oxymoron
- read between the lines