Communicate
Develop listening skills.
When responding, ask the other person if “” is what they mean…missing a single word or tone can change the message received.
80% of human communication is NON-VERBAL, body position, facial expressions & such…not everyone knows how to read these, and they can differ by culture (The ancient classic is the girl who says ‘No’ but ‘means ‘yes.’)
If something dossn’t feel right about the conversation–g over it again and mae sure you are discussing the same subject.

Miscommunication is a basis used for many, many comedy TV shows (and drama too.)

Especially be aware of the need to verify if you think you’ve just been insulted out of nowhere…it’s far more likely something went wrong in sending a message.

It is VERY common for people to say one thing orally, and negate kit with their body language–often humorously.

The fact that we communicate more than the most basic messages is something of a miracle, given that differences of definition, meaning of tones, body language.

Add in the fact that many people ‘talk at’ each other instead of talking ‘with’ each other.

How many times have you found out after arguing for a time, that you actually agree?

Lots of problems originate in one side or the other using a term they dislike–and then assuming that they disagree.

Phrasing may push someone’s buttons enough to stop them from hearing any more of the conversation.

What you did was project your own expectations on to him and engaged in a confrontational way. At least that is what it sounds like from what you said.

It’s hard when others do things we don’t appreciate and also difficult when we are hurt to communicate effectively, all challenges you faced and tried to address no doubt, but for the little thing of reacting before discussing. Trusting before distrusting.

I often find myself seeing or believing an afront has occurred, when it hasn’t and being able to keep ones cool under pressure and not react impulsively, is key to resolving the situation.

Good luck in your situation.

PS. I think he took his profile down because he was hurt by your actions, not because he is still interested. If you want him back you are likely going to need to reach out to him.