Dream Dictionary

Running

To dream that you are running away from someone, indicates an issue that you are trying to avoid. You are not taking or accepting responsibility for your actions.

In particular, if you are running from an attacker or any danger, then it suggests that you are not facing and confronting your fears.

To dream that you are trying to run but cannot make your feet move as fast as you want them to, signifies lack of self-esteem and self-confidence.

It may also reflect your actual state of REM paralysis while in the dream state.

To dream that you are running alone, signifies that you will advance to a higher position and surpass your friends in the race for wealth.

Alternatively, you may be running from some situation or from temptation.

To dream that you are running with others, signifies festive and prosperous times.

If you dream of running away from home, you are trying to avoid an issue in your real life. Pretending it doesn't exist could make things worse - you will not solve problems until you face them head on.

This dream also suggests that you are not taking or accepting responsibility for your actions. In cases where the dreamer's home life is very difficult, this dream can represent a straightforward wish to live in a happier place.

Dictionary definition

  • adj. 1: (of fluids) moving or issuing in a stream; "as mountain stream with freely running water"; "hovels without running water" [ant: standing(a)]
  • 2: continually repeated over a period of time; "a running joke among us"
  • 3: of advancing the ball by running; "the team's running plays worked better than its pass plays" [ant: pass(a), passing(a)]
  • 4: executed or initiated by running; "running plays worked better than pass plays"; "took a running jump"; "a running start" [ant: standing(a)]
  • 5: measured lengthwise; "cost of lumber per running foot" [syn: linear, running(a)]
  • 6: (of e.g. a machine) performing or capable of performing; "in running (or working) order"; "a functional set of brakes" [syn: running(a), operative, functional, working(a)]
  • n. 1: (American football) a play in which a player attempts to carry the ball through or past the opposing team; "the defensive line braced to stop the run"; "the coach put great emphasis on running" [syn: run, running, running play, running game]
  • 2: the act of running; traveling on foot at a fast pace; "he broke into a run"; "his daily run keeps him fit" [syn: run, running]
  • 3: the state of being in operation; "the engine is running smoothly"
  • 4: the act of administering or being in charge of something; "he has responsibility for the running of two companies at the same time"
  • 5: the act of participating in an athletic competition involving running on a track [syn: track, running]