expression, i-adjective
Describes a place or situation where the wind is strong and directly felt. Often used attributively before nouns like 場所 or 日.
See also: 風当たりが強い
きょうは風当たりの強い日だから、洗濯物がよく乾きそう。
Today is a windy day, so the laundry will probably dry well.
This hilltop is always a windswept place.
expression, i-adjective
harshly treated; greatly criticized
Figurative use: describes a person or group facing strong opposition, criticism, or harsh treatment. Often used with verbs like 受ける or in phrases like 風当たりの強い立場.
新社長は就任早々、社内から風当たりの強い批判を受けた。
The new president faced harsh criticism from within the company right after taking office.
あの政治家は今、風当たりの強い立場に立たされている。
That politician is now in a position where he is being harshly treated.