The Big Dictionary of Dreams

by Martha Clarke
Just like the fool, the clown represents the opposite of authority. It symbolizes the instinct, the uninhibited, and childishness.

If you dream of an anonymous clown, the image alerts you of the false camaraderie of others.

If the clown has the traits of someone you know, this is the individual that the dream is warning you against. But if it is you who is dressed as a clown, you must watch out, because your attitude will cause people to not take you seriously. Maybe they think you’re always pretending and hiding your feelings. However, if the dream is enjoyable there is nothing to object to: the unconscious suggests that you laugh at your concerns because their gravity is relative.

In the Tarot, the Fool is depicted as the Joker from other cards. It reveals the unconscious side of the personality with all its potential for transformation.

The Element Encyclopedia

by Theresa Cheung
[DREAM IMAGES: COURT JESTER; FOOL; TRICKSTER]

If a clown appears in your dreams, ask yourself if you need to bring humor into a situation or carry truth into closed circles or closed minds. Did a clown or trickster try to undermine you in your dream? Did someone you know play a trick on you? Playing pranks is associated with the clown or trickster, who delights in challenging the status quo and rebelling. Although confusing, this attention-seeker is worthy of your attention, as it represents the part of yourself that wants to challenge you out of your complacency.

If you listen to the message, the clown can transform your waking life into a more carefree, spontaneous and happy one.

Dream Symbols and Analysis

by DreamForth
To dream of a clown represents your sense of humor, silliness, and fun-loving personality.

The emotions that the clown conveys mirror your own. Whatever it is expressing will lead you through your own feelings.

The actions of the clown represent your spontaneous and outgoing personality. It may also imply that you are being too careless and impulsive.

If you have a fear or phobia of clowns, the clown may symbolize an unknown figure who may want to hurt you in some way. This may be someone who is taking advantage of you or not showing you their true self.