Rotten dream meaning is explained below using 4 different sources. Each interpretation is shown with its source.

Interpretation 1 — Nancy Wagaman

Neglect, or problems caused by neglect or avoidance.

Shirking a responsibility, especially for something that needs ongoing maintenance, upkeep, or “tending to” (relationship, finances, health, job, etc.).

A person whom you feel or fear has ill will or a neglectful or uncompassionate attitude.

See Garbage, Eroding, Deterioration, Inferior, Mold or Fungus, Smell

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

Interpretation 2 — Dream Explanations - Anonymous

Dreams of something that has become rotten signifies a pattern, habit, or relationship that has gone sour that needs to be thrown out. Your dream is giving you the message that holding onto relationships, jobs or life situations past their expiration can be hazardous to your health.
Source: Strangest Dream Explanations Author: Dream Explanations - Anonymous

Interpretation 3 — Internet Archive - Anonymous

This signifies the decay of a great family fortune which will affect you indirectly, whether it be Rotten fruit or timber, but should the dream be of Rotten cliffs which crumble as you climb them, guard your health most carefully.
Source: Mystic Dream Book Author: Internet Archive - Anonymous

Interpretation 4 — Stearn Robinson - Tom Corbett

See under Fruit, Meat, Food, Eggs, etc.
Source: The Complete Guide to Interpreting Your Dreams Author: Stearn Robinson - Tom Corbett