To be affected by exposure (e.g. to heat, light, shock); to suffer harm or change as a result of being exposed.
直射日光に当てられると、布の色が褪せてしまう。
If exposed to direct sunlight, the fabric will fade.
電子部品が高温に当てられて故障した。
The electronic component failed after being subjected to high temperatures.
強い風に当てられると、植物の葉が傷むことがある。
When exposed to strong winds, plants' leaves can get damaged.
To be embarrassed, put on the spot, or annoyed by someone's words or actions; can also mean to be called on/selected and feel awkward.
授業中に急に先生に当てられて、答えられず当てられて恥ずかしかった。
I was suddenly picked on by the teacher in class and couldn't answer — it was embarrassing.
彼の皮肉な一言に当てられて、会話が気まずくなった。
His sarcastic remark made things awkward; I felt put off.
飲み会で突然写真を見せられて当てられたような気分になった。
At the drinking party, I suddenly had photos shown to me and felt put on the spot.