Doorknob dream meaning is explained below using 2 different sources. Each interpretation is shown with its source.

Interpretation 1 — Nancy Wagaman

Taking action, or an intention to act.

Searching.

Beginning a process.

Feeling open to opportunity or progress.

Consider the doorknob’s context and your feelings about whatever was on the other side of the door.

Grabbing a doorknob to open a door can represent: feeling confident or ready for whatever’s next in your life, searching for information, answers, or greater understanding.

A missing or broken doorknob can represent a feeling or fear of being unable to act, escape, or access an opportunity in your life somehow.

See Door or Entrance, Knob, Entering, Opening, Key, Lock

Source: The Curious Dreamer’s Dream Dictionary Author: Nancy Wagaman

Interpretation 2 — myjellybean

If your dream strongly features a doorknob, this symbolizes your opportunities and expectations, both positive and negative. You may be seeking assistance and/or spiritual guidance with a particular situation.
Source: My Dream Interpretation Author: myjellybean