In the context of relationships, mixed signals are when a person is expressing interest in someone while also simultaneously expressing a lack of interest or a desire to keep their distance, causing confusion for the other person.

What does having mixed signals mean?

: a showing of thoughts or feelings that are very different from each other I dont know if he likes me; he keeps giving me mixed messages. Shes sending mixed signals about her feelings.

What to say to someone who is giving mixed signals?

You should make up your mind. Instead, you could say, I feel like Ive been getting mixed signals from you lately. I cant tell if you really want to be with me or not. If youre still new to a relationship, you could say something like, I know weve only been on a few dates, but I like you a lot.