a message that gives information in a way that is confusing and not consistent The candidate has sent mixed messages about his views on worker visas. 候选人已就他对工人签证的看法发表了不同的信息。 Supermarkets mislead customers with mixed messages over how long food can be kept once opened. 超市在开门后可以保存多久的食物中，混杂地误导了顾客。