To dream of cannibalism indicates a dangerous and prohibited fixation that you or someone else possesses. It may represent an affair, jealousy, or resentment. A direct interpretation of a cannibal is their desire to completely devour a person. In essence, this dream may be suggesting that some part of your life is sapping your emotional and physical strength. This could be your job, home life, or lover. You should try to avoid situations and issues that can cause you harm and distress.

To dream that you are a victim of cannibalism represents the pressures and burdens that you are experiencing at your job, home, or other circumstance.