Ionic compound molecules have strong forces of attraction between neighboring molecules what conclusion can be drawn about material is held together by ionic bonds

In general, the ionic bond is formed through transfer of electrons from metal atoms to non-metallic atoms. In this process the metal atoms loose their valence electrons to achieve a stable noble gas. In forming an ionic bond, two ions which have an opposite charges,  move together due to attraction between opposite charges. The ionic compounds have very strong attraction between the ions. So the lot of energy expensed to overcome attractive forces and break the individual ions apart. The conclusion is the ionic compound dissolve easily, have high melting points and non malleable.